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Eddie in MI

01-23-2005 18:30:18

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I would love to get some wobble extensions. The nice ones from SK are like $50-60 a set. There are some at Harbor Freight for about $13. Now, I know just how much some of us "love" Harbor Freight... but I just cannot imagine how anyone could screw up one of these things. The Harbor Freight ones are hardened chrome vanadium; what else is there to look for? I do not use my tools to make a living (mostly just to work on my own stuff). What do you guys think?

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old blue

01-24-2005 18:16:27

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

I kinda figure your not into spending a whole lot of cash on a tool you dont know if your going to use a whole heck of a lot and im the same way. seems to me so far you've been told two options buy the cheap ones or go full scale and buy the big name brands. What about searching ebay to see what you can find? who know you might turn up a deal just as good as the hf ones but a name brand. just my thoughts is all

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NC Wayne

01-24-2005 18:15:02

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

Since I do use my tools to make a living, and since I work on heavy equipment my tools have to be tough. That said I gave up long ago looking at tools based on name brands and paying ungodly high prices for a name. As for the wobble extensions I bought a set two years ago at WT Tool for less than $20. I believe they were the ATD (something like that anyway) brand. I got several different lengths in all three sizes 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 drive. I've used these extensions hard since I bought them and so far haven't even scratched the chrome where the socket goes on. They aren't something you'll need all the time but the first time you need that extra 1/2 degree of tilt on the socket to get to the bolt on the backside of a starter, or find you can put two of them together and get around an obstruction to get straight on that bolt way doen in there, you'll find their worth their weight in gold and then some. So in answer to your question, you can spend as much as you want on a set, but for the use they'll see from the typical do-it-yourselfer, in my opinion, you'd be wasting your money to buy the expensive "name brand" stuff. Just my .02

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RayP(MI)

01-24-2005 18:04:09

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

Got a set of "no name" wobble extensions from my NAPA dealer a few years back. They weren't expensive, but they've held up OK. Don't use'em often, but there's times they've SAVED THE DAY. They'll be a welcome addition to your toolbox. As with any tool, buy the best you can afford.

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VaTom

01-24-2005 04:03:27

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

Hi Eddie,

I can tell you what happens to the HF ones after a little while. None of mine will now hold a socket or another extension. The wobble end has worn a little and whatever you stuck on there falls off.

If that won"t bother you, save the money, but fishing around inside a tractor or truck for a socket that fell off unexpectedly can be frustrating. Generally in an inconvenient place.

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Alan Y.

01-24-2005 03:52:28

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

I suppose it could happen with any brand, but the cheaper brand extensions may not be straight. You can tell when you roll them on a flat surface.

Most of the time it probably won"t make much difference but if you ever use an air ratchet, it"s pretty annoying. Gives new meaning to the term "wobble extension."

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MarkB_MI

01-24-2005 03:39:15

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

I have several 3/8 wobble extensions from MAC tools. I like them better than the U-joint style; these have the male end ground down so that the socket has just a little bit of wobble. I seldom use my standard extensions.

I'm sure these extensions are not cheap, but I've had mine for over twenty years and they still look new.

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RJ-AZ

01-23-2005 20:54:28

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

I have a Snap-ON 1" wobble extension that I can chuck on to longer extensions when needed. After all I only need the wobble where it meets the socket so why buy a whole set of them.

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Steph MN

01-23-2005 19:38:09

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Eddie in MI, 01-23-2005 18:30:18

Spend the extra cash for better tools,they'll last longer (lifetime if you don't lose them ) hold sockets better,stronger steel & the tools will fit your hands better even if used occasionally. Check out MATCO Tools too, as they do have sales fliers. Or MAC Tools.

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BobR

01-24-2005 09:09:30

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Steph MN, 01-23-2005 19:38:09

One thing I've learned in the past 25 years of working and buying my own tools is that cheap is cheap-you'll do better to spend a little more and have a quality peice that you can rely on, than fhe frustration of when the "cheapie" fails. My .02,Bob

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Dean K.

01-24-2005 14:51:32

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to BobR, 01-24-2005 09:09:30

I am no big fan of wobble extensions, I've got a couple but prefer using a ball and socket style impact wobble joint. They turn a lot smoother and easier on your sockets. I've bought a couple of 1/2" that have the spring loaded pin retainer that lock on my 1/2" impact. My 3/8" only have the detent ball so have to be extra careful about bouncing off and launching a socket. I don't give a darn for the universal joint style, but have seen some newer ones with springs on the outside that limit how far they bend that might be OK. IMHO, Dean K.

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Joe (Wa)

01-25-2005 21:03:38

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Dean K., 01-24-2005 14:51:32

Get a piece of appropriate size shrink tubing, put the universal inside and shrink . That makes it more manageable and still flexible. The universal will even hold a shape for a short period in order to get on that hard to reach fastener no hands.

Joe

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Dean K

01-26-2005 15:48:03

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Joe (Wa), 01-25-2005 21:03:38

Thanks Joe (Wa), that is a great idea! I was helping a buddy with his planter and got a blood blister using his universal so I am probably a bit biased.. Thanks again, DK

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Cronatron Welding Sales

01-26-2005 14:21:37

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Re: Wobble extensions in reply to Joe (Wa), 01-25-2005 21:03:38

I sale SK tools, American Tool Design (ATD) and Performace tools along with Cronatron welding supplies. You can get a 2pc.(3/8" & 1/2") wobble add-on from V-Eight tools for $16.50
or you can get a 3pc. (1/4",3/8" & 1/2") from SK for $47.89

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